Design and Engineering Teacher - Upper Division

Company Description

About Avenues

There is no place quite like Avenues. We are a top-tier school in New York City. Our faculty and staff bring widely diverse experiences, but we are all committed to creating a unique educational experience together. We foster a culture of creativity, entrepreneurship, and deep collaboration. We teach and learn through challenging interdisciplinary projects and we offer unparalleled possibilities for professional learning prospects. As part of the Nord Anglia Education network, we're proud to stand alongside Avenues São Paulo, shaping the future of education together.

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is intended to develop student’s abilities in Design & Engineering, including the design thinking process of creation and prototyping a service or a product, design and making, and understanding the tools of a modern fabrication lab.

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

As Design & Engineering (Maker) Teacher you will:

• Ensure that students grow dramatically in passion, understanding and skill in fundamental design concepts, crafting and fabrication techniques, and iterative design processes. 
• Teach design and engineering classes to students in Upper Division grades 
• Keep all fabrication space machines operational through proper maintenance, troubleshoot and repair when possible, and arrange service by outside technicians when necessary. 
• Manage and track inventory, budget and equipment 
• Develop and maintain strong safety standards and practices in the iLab
• Maintain a clean and organized environment (and model this for faculty and students)
• Provide active support to the FTC robotics program
• Stays up to date on emerging creative technology innovations

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING

• Commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Comfort working directly with middle and high school students (as applicable)
• Successful completion of required background checks and school clearances
• Ideal candidates will possess:
  • Experience in a school, makerspace, fab lab, or innovation lab setting. Clear communicator who works well with students, educators, and administrators
  • Familiarity with K–12 safety standards and protocols
  • Background in design, engineering, architecture, fabrication, or related fields

Technical Qualifications

Software Familiarity:

• Fusion 360
• Onshape
• Other CAD platforms as needed
• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)

Tool Set Familiarity:

• CNC routing and CAD/CAM 
• Laser cutting systems (Trotec preferred) 
• Wazer water jet cutter
• 3D printing systems 
• Traditional Woodshop Tools
• Electronics/Soldering
• Ability to independently tune, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment

Digital Fabrication & Software Support:

• Proficiency with CAD and design software (Fusion 360, Onshape, Adobe)
• Ability to prepare, review, and troubleshoot digital files for fabrication
• Ability to support CAD, CAM, and design workflows 
• Familiar with post-processing techniques

Additional Information

If hired for this position, the annual salary range for this position is between $72,000 - $112,433. The salary may vary depending on your experience level and skills. Competitive benefits for benefits eligible roles include medical, dental, life insurance, 401K savings plan, generous paid time off, family forming benefits, health and wellness benefits and more.

Avenues is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our organization. We strive to uphold a culture in which every colleague feels that they belong, are trusted, and are valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and strongly encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities or groups to apply. Avenues offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package. 

Avenues upholds the highest standards for safeguarding the physical and emotional wellbeing of children. As an essential aspect of this commitment, all offers are contingent upon successful completion of careful reference and background checks.